Bush Fire Management Officer

Our Natural Assets team has an exciting opportunity for a Bush Fire Management Officer to join Council. In this role, you will play a key part in implementing and coordinating bush fire risk management activities across our city.

You will apply your knowledge of bush fire science, vegetation management, and natural resource management to help deliver effective hazard reduction programs, ensure compliance with legislation, and contribute to the long-term safety and resilience of our community and environment.

You will also, play a key role in educating our community on bushfire protection and mitigation, and partner with key stakeholders including the NSW Rural Fire Service to plan hazard reduction burns.

Your other key focus areas are;

• Plan, implement and monitor bush fire management programs and hazard reduction works in line with Council and state requirements.
• Conduct flora and fauna assessments and provide technical advice to support fire management planning and environmental conservation.
• Work collaboratively with landholders, agencies, and the community to promote awareness of bush fire management practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice and environmental management standards.
• Contribute to fire trail and asset protection zone maintenance to support safe and effective hazard reduction activities.

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LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You are a motivated and knowledgeable professional who is passionate about bush fire management and natural resource conservation. You will bring practical skills in vegetation management, environmental assessment, and fire science, along with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Specifically, you will have :

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